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Nominate a Central Bay Section school business professional for their exceptional leadership, integrity, and operational impact that advance district goals and student success.
Open to Central Bay Section members.
Join us in recognizing excellence in school business by nominating your school business colleagues to receive a CASBO Award. Nominations for awards typically open in Fall & Winter each year. Please check back for exact dates and submission details.
Section Member of the Year
Nominate an individual member from your local agency or CASBO Section who demonstrates excellence in leadership made a significant impact on school business.
Open to all classified staff and Organizational Subscription members.
Associate Member of the Year
Nominate an Associate Member whose work goes above and beyond their role to make a significant impact on our association and California school business.
Open to all business leaders and current Associate Members.
Smart Business Award
Nominate an individual member for their innovative, creative and meaningful contributions to improve efficiency at a local agency.
Open to all classified staff and Organizational members.
Pinnacle Award
Nominate an individual member* who demonstrates excellence in leadership, benefitting the entire CASBO membership community across the state.
Open to all classified staff, Retiree members and Organizational members.
Section Awards:
Cascade of Excellence Award
Excellence in Business Service Award
Additional Recognitions:
Presidential Service Award
Presented to CASBO’s immediate past president for their service to CASBO annually during the Annual Conference.
Schuyler C. Joyner Award
Selected by the Associate Committee, this award recognizes an individual member’s outstanding leadership, service and commitment to school business.
Commitment to Education Award
Presented to a non-member for their dedication to improving public education and the lives of students across California.
Scholarships
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Turn you professional goals into career growth with CASBO Scholarships
Advance your school business career with CASBO scholarships, designed to support your professional development. Explore the opportunities available throughout the year.
CASBO Con AMC Scholarship
Sponsored by the Associate Member Committee, this scholarship covers registration costs for Organizational Subscription members to attend the CASBO Annual Conference, funded through the CASBO Con Golf Tournament.
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Eligibility: CASBO Organizational Subscription members
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Award: Annual Conference registration coverage
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Application Status: Now accepting applications until Jan., 30 2026.
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Contact: Michelle Neto at mneto@casbo.org
- Apply: Click to apply
Robert “Bob” Reeves Scholarship
This scholarship honors Robert “Bob” Reeves, a dedicated CASBO member for over 50 years. One scholarship is awarded in each of CASBO’s 10 Sections for programs that continue education in school business.
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Eligibility: CASBO Organizational Subscription members
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Award: $1,000 Funding for professional development or continuing education
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Application Status: Accepting application starting Summer 2026
- Contact: Michelle Neto at mneto@casbo.org
San Diego/Imperial Section Presidents’ Scholarship
Sponsored by the San Diego/Imperial Section Board of Directors, this scholarship awards $500 each to four Organizational Subscription members for continuing education to further their careers in school business.
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Eligibility: CASBO San Diego/Imperial Section Organizational Subscription members
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Award: $500 Funding for professional development or continuing education
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Application Status: Check back November 2026
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Contact: Michelle Neto at mneto@casbo.org
Southern Section President’s Scholarship
Sponsored by the Southern Section Board of Directors, this scholarship awards up to $500 to eligible members pursuing professional development or continuing education to advance their careers in school business.
- Eligibility: CASBO Southern Section active or retired members
- Award: Up to $500 funding for professional development or continuing education
- Application Status: Accepting application starting Summer 2026
- Contact: Michelle Neto at mneto@casbo.org
Women in Leadership Conference Scholarship
Sponsored by Schools First Plan Administration, this scholarship covers registration fees for Organizational Subscription members to attend the Women in Leadership Conference, promoting leadership development among women in school business.
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Eligibility: CASBO Organizational Subscription members
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Award: Conference registration coverage
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Application Status: Check back November 2026
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Contact: Lori Smith at lsmith@casbo.org
Central Section Pat Kraft Memorial Scholarship
Honoring the legacy of Pat Kraft, this scholarship supports Central Section members committed to excellence in school business. Eligible members can receive funding for professional development or continuing education.
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Eligibility: CASBO Central Section Organizational Subscription members
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Award: $1,000 Funding for professional development or continuing education
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Application Status: Check back Summer of 2026
- Contact: Michelle Neto at mneto@casbo.org
For questions or assistance with an award or a nomination, contact:
Michelle Neto
Senior Manager, Governance
mneto@casbo.org
(916) 504-2254
